Suffixes

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning or function.

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What does the suffix '-able' mean?

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The suffix '-able' means 'capable of' or 'worthy of'.

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What does the word 'moldable' mean?

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Moldable means capable of being shaped or formed.

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What does the word 'understandable' mean?

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Understandable means able to be understood.

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What does the suffix '-some' mean?

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The suffix '-some' means 'characterized by' or 'causing'.

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What does the word 'worrisome' mean?

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Worrisome means causing worry or concern.

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Where do suffixes go in a word?

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Suffixes go at the end of a word.

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What does the suffix '-ly' indicate?

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The suffix '-ly' indicates that something is done in a certain way, often turning an adjective into an adverb.

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What does the word 'suddenly' mean?

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Suddenly means happening quickly and unexpectedly.

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What is the effect of adding a suffix to a word?

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Adding a suffix can change the word's meaning, its part of speech, or both.